GE H
EALTHCARE
DRAFT
V
OLUSON
E8 / V
OLUSON
E6
D
IRECTION
KTD102576, R
EVISION
7
DRAFT (A
UGUST
23, 2012)
S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 1 - Introduction
1-11
Section 1-3
Safety Considerations
1-3-1
Introduction
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of
this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual, violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
1-3-2
Human Safety
•
Operating personnel must not remove the system covers.
•
Servicing should be performed by authorized personnel only.
Only personnel who have participated in a Voluson E8 / Voluson E6 Training are authorized to service
the equipment.
1-3-3
Mechanical Safety
NOTE:
Special care should be taken when transporting the system in a vehicle:
•
Eject any DVD/CD from the drive.
•
Place the probes in their carrying cases.
•
DO NOT use the control panel as an anchor point.
•
Secure the systems with straps in an upright position and lock the caster wheels (brake).
•
Ensure that the Voluson E8 / Voluson E6 system is firmly secured while inside the vehicle.
•
Drive cautiously to prevent vibration damage.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
The Voluson E8 / Voluson E6 weighs 130 kg or more, depending on installed peripherals, (300
lbs., or more) when ready for use.
Care must be used when moving it or replacing its parts. Failure to follow the precautions
listed could result in injury, uncontrolled motion and costly damage.
ALWAYS:
• Use the handle to move the system. • Be sure the pathway is clear.
• Use slow, careful motions. • Do not let the system strike walls or door frames.
Two people are required when moving on inclines or lifting more than 16 kg (35 lbs).
WARNING
WARNING
!! WARNING:
WHEN THE SYSTEM IS RAISED FOR A REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE,
USE EXTREME CAUTION SINCE IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE AND TIP OVER.
WARNING
WARNING
!! WARNING:
ULTRASOUND PROBES ARE HIGHLY SENSITIVE MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT
CAN EASILY BE DAMAGED BY IMPROPER HANDLING. USE CARE WHEN
HANDLING AND PROTECT FROM DAMAGE WHEN NOT IN USE. DO NOT USE A
DAMAGED OR DEFECTIVE PROBE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
WARNING
WARNING
!! WARNING:
NEVER USE A PROBE THAT HAS FALLEN TO THE FLOOR.
EVEN IF IT LOOKS OK, IT MAY BE DAMAGED.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
Always lower and center the control panel (UI) as much as possible before moving the
system. Always lock the control panel in its parking (locked) position.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
Before you move or transport the system, make sure to lock the LCD monitor arm firmly and
flip down the monitor to prevent damage to the system.
